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Is Augustine's rhododendron toxic to cats?

Rhododendron augustinii

Toxic to cats

Yes — augustine's rhododendron is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. As a Rhododendron species, contains grayanotoxins in all parts. ASPCA lists Rhododendron spp. as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ingestion causes gastrointestinal upset, hypersalivation, cardiac arrhythmia, and CNS depression. Keep pets and livestock away from all rhododendron plantings.

What to do if your cat ate augustine's rhododendron

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move augustine's rhododendron out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of augustine's rhododendron to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten augustine's rhododendron, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is augustine's rhododendron toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is augustine's rhododendron toxic to cats?

Yes — augustine's rhododendron is toxic to cats according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any cat that chews plants; reactions can be significant. As a Rhododendron species, contains grayanotoxins in all parts. ASPCA lists Rhododendron spp. as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ingestion causes gastrointestinal upset, hypersalivation, cardiac arrhythmia, and CNS depression. Keep pets and livestock away from all rhododendron plantings.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats augustine's rhododendron?

As a Rhododendron species, contains grayanotoxins in all parts. ASPCA lists Rhododendron spp. as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ingestion causes gastrointestinal upset, hypersalivation, cardiac arrhythmia, and CNS depression. Keep pets and livestock away from all rhododendron plantings. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to augustine's rhododendron.

What should I do if my cat ate augustine's rhododendron?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is augustine's rhododendron toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Augustine's rhododendron is toxic to dogs as well. See the full augustine's rhododendron pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to augustine's rhododendron?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full augustine's rhododendron pet-safety